What does Merchant Solutions Corp do?

Merchant Solutions Corp is a US-based payment processor and POS reseller. We provide credit card processing, dual-pricing programs, Clover and Square POS systems, smart payment terminals, ACH, and gateway services to restaurants, retail, and service businesses nationwide.

How much does credit card processing cost with MSC?

Our standard interchange-plus pricing starts at interchange + 0.25% + $0.10. Dual-pricing customers pay $0 processing fees because the cash discount is passed to the cardholder. Custom rates apply for high-volume merchants above $250K/year.

Do you offer free POS systems?

Yes. Most merchants qualify for free Clover, Union POS, or Dejavoo placement when enrolled in our dual-pricing or qualifying processing program. Free hardware includes installation, training, and 24/7 US-based support.

How fast can MSC get me set up?

Most single-location merchants are approved within 24-48 hours and live within 3-5 business days. Hardware ships next-day. We handle menu/inventory build, employee setup, and on-site or remote training.

Which payment processors do you work with?

We are processor-agnostic. We place merchants with Fiserv, TSYS, Worldpay, Elavon, Shift4, and Electronic Payment Exchange (EPX) — whichever delivers the best underwriting, rates, and POS fit for your business.

Are you a direct processor or a reseller?

Merchant Solutions Corp is an Independent Sales Organization (ISO) and authorized POS dealer for Clover, Square, Union POS, Dejavoo, Ingenico, PAX, and Payanywhere. We have direct processor partnerships and ISO contracts that let us undercut bank-branded rates.

How Do I Set Up My POS Terminal? | Step-by-Step Guide | MSC Help Center

How Do I Set Up My POS Terminal? | Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step setup for Clover, Square, Dejavoo, PAX, and Ingenico terminals. Network requirements + Wi-Fi setup included.

Updated 2026-02-11

Every Merchant Solutions Corp terminal arrives pre-activated and pre-loaded with your processing account. Most merchants complete setup in under 30 minutes.

Before you start

Confirm your internet is online (5+ Mbps download minimum, 25+ Mbps recommended for full POS stations).
Have your Wi-Fi password ready (or use Ethernet for the most reliable connection).
Locate the welcome email with your account credentials — sent to the email on your application.

Clover Flex / Mini / Compact

Power on (hold the side button 3 seconds).
Connect to Wi-Fi when prompted.
Sign in with the credentials in your welcome email.
Run a $0.01 test transaction to confirm batching works.

Clover Station Solo / Duo

Plug in the power brick and the hub cable (Ethernet preferred).
Hold the power button on the rear of the screen for 3 seconds.
Sign in, sync printer + cash drawer (auto-detected).
Tap the printer test in Setup → Printers.

Square Terminal / Stand / Register

Power on, connect to Wi-Fi.
Log in with your Square account email + password.
The terminal will auto-sync your existing item library if you've used Square Dashboard.

Place all handhelds into their charging cradles.
Power on the (back office tablet) and follow the on-screen wizard.
The Station auto-discovers handhelds, printers, and KDS over your local network.
Confirm menu sync is complete (top-right indicator).

Dejavoo, PAX, Ingenico smart terminals

Power on with the round button.
Connect to Wi-Fi or insert SIM (4G models).
The terminal will auto-download your account profile (TPN) — typically 60 seconds.
Run the $0.01 test transaction.

Important — Done-For-You vs. DIY Installation

Merchant Solutions Corp recommends Done-For-You installation whenever possible. Our team reviews your internet connection, network setup, Wi-Fi coverage, and equipment requirements before deployment to reduce setup issues and downtime.

Merchants who choose Do-It-Yourself installation are responsible for providing a compatible network environment, including internet service, firewall settings, Wi-Fi coverage, and supported accessories. Merchant Solutions Corp cannot guarantee performance or assume responsibility for issues caused by local network configuration, unsupported hardware, or third-party equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a separate router for my POS?

No — your existing business Wi-Fi router is fine, provided it has 5+ Mbps download and a reliable signal at the POS counter. For full-service restaurants with multiple handhelds + KDS, we recommend a dedicated POS router.

Can I use my phone hotspot for setup?

Yes for the initial activation. Long-term we recommend a fixed-line internet connection for transaction reliability.

What if the terminal won't connect to Wi-Fi?

Verify your 2.4 GHz band is enabled (most terminals don't see 5 GHz networks), confirm the password, and reboot the terminal. If it still fails, your firewall may be blocking outbound 443/8443 — open a support ticket.

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